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Baked Tuscan Chicken Casserole

Creamy Baked Tuscan Chicken Casserole for Busy Nights

Baked Tuscan Chicken Casserole is a creamy, comforting dish perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Consider using pre-sliced chicken cutlets for quicker prep.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
For the Sauce
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened before mixing.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Divided into two parts.
For the Casserole
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped.
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Or thawed frozen spinach.
  • to taste Sun-Dried Tomato Oil Drizzle for added flavor.

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create cutlets. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder; arrange in a greased baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and heavy cream, whisking until smooth. Stir in onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, grated Parmesan, and half of the mozzarella.
  3. Pour the sauce over the seasoned chicken, ensuring even coating. Drizzle with sun-dried tomato oil and scatter chopped sun-dried tomatoes on top.
  4. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil and sprinkle fresh spinach evenly on top, followed by the remaining mozzarella.
  6. Bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheeses are bubbly.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow leftovers to cool, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat gently to preserve creaminess.

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